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War

Doug Murphy

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Written to express my feelings toward the recent, past and sadly future wars that did, were and probably go on. "Lest We Forget". I think some did.
war lest we forget remembrance day
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a one man show
Douglas Murphy is a passionate lyricist and storyteller whose songs blend heart, honesty, and a touch of grit. Drawing inspiration from everyday life, personal journeys, and timeless themes, his work spans genres like folk, country, acoustic rock, and modern balladry. Whether writing heartfelt love songs, nostalgic reflections, or thought-provoking narratives, Douglas focuses on lyrical depth and emotional connection. Crafted to resonate, designed for both live performance and sync licensing, and he often collaborates with musicians and AI production tools to bring his words to life with professional polish. With an ever-growing catalogue, Douglas continues to write to make listeners feel seen, understood, and moved.
Song Info
Genre
Beats • Beats General
Charts
Peak #76
Peak in subgenre #21
Author
Douglas Murphy
Rights
2023
Uploaded
November 08, 2023
Track Files
MP3
MP3 10.2 MB • 320 kbps • 4:28 minutes
Meta Data
Samples
No samples, loops, or splices
BPM
140
Beat
4/4
Key
C maj
Vocals
Character
Energy
relaxed, cool
high-energy
Danceable
coffee-place
dancefloor
Positivity
dark, sad, angry
happy
Appeal
unique
radio-friendly
Story behind the song
Written to express my feelings toward the recent, past and sadly future wars that did, were and probably go on. "Lest We Forget". I think some did.
Lyrics
War! [2023/10/09] [V-1] [D] [Bm] Many believe in something, believe in peace, believe in a God,[Em] [A] When it comes to both I think we're morally flawed. [D] [Bm] In my time I've witnessed, seen what conflict brings. [Em] [A] [D] History teaches, and yet we have not learned a thing. Break: [Chords] D Bm G /A D [V-2] [D] My parents were involved when Germany threatened. [Bm] My mother lost two brothers in that war. [Em] [A] And many times, Mom and I questioned what for. [D] [Bm] My father and uncles took the calling, they came back, different men. [Em] [A] [D/D7] And those still alive, pray we won't do this again. [C] [G] [A] [D / D7] What is this thing we have with wars? [G] [A] [D/D7] Tell me, please tell me what we're killing for. [G] [A] [Bm] [F#m7] We spend our time slaughtering, and we've seen this all before. [G] [A] [D] What is this thing we have with wars? [V-3] My oldest brother was a sailor. He joined the Navy at seventeen. My mother and father then had the same nightmarish dream. Fate worked in his favour, he came home and retired. Not like many who died under fire. [Chorus] [B-1] [A] [G] [D] Not for the first time, sadly not for the last [G] [Bm] I feel the stress and the strain. [A] [G] [D] I'm too old to be a soldier, but fear for the young, [G] [Bm] [A/A7] and dread in my heart, war is coming again. [V-4] We keep repeating the cries and the pleading. The carnage and butchering of innocent souls. The last was the last one, but some have forgotten, and once again, it seems we're heading for war. [B-2] [G] [D] [G] [D] Think of the children, the mothers and the fathers, [G] [D] [Em] [A7] the sisters and the brothers, what are they dying for? [G] [D] [G] [D] Think of the families who are left to mourn their losses. [G] [A] [D/D7] And only want to see the end of war. [G] [A] [D] They only want to see the end of war. Copyright (c) 2023 Douglas Murphy
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